Bugatti Veyron Targa Scheduled for 2009

Bugatti Veyron Targa artist impression / copyright AUTOMEDIA

Confirmed by Bugatti

By Frank de Leeuw van Weenen
April 14, 2008 3:22 PM
Filed Under: Bugatti, European

Today a small tidbit of news came through the proverbial grapevines that a Volkswagen source has confirmed to Automotive News that Bugatti is indeed working on a Veyron Targa. Bugatti spokes person Georges Keller confirmed that his company is working on a 'convertible'.

Bugatti is forced to make it a targa (detachable roof) rather than a convertible (folding roof) because there is no storage space for the roof in the car. The Veyron Spider will have an emergency cloth cover to protect the interior just in case. A former Bugatti executive said, “because there was no other solution which could fit with its safety cage."

Rumours about a Bugatti Veyron targa have been circulating ever since the 1.3 million Euro Veyron was unveiled. Bugatti has repeatedly stated that they will not build more than 300 Veyrons, of which 220 have been spoken for already. How many Veyrons will go topless is unknown, but 80 would be the maximum.

Source: Automotive News

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Comments

afterace2

April 14, 2008 3:43 PM

anyone imagine driving 400 km/h with no top over you? :)

Spyshot-73

April 14, 2008 4:06 PM

Frightening ! , also imagine if an insect popped in at that speed lol

Pentium

April 14, 2008 6:04 PM

heheheh, u r right!

NitrousOxide

April 14, 2008 4:15 PM

I dont think this one will hit 400 kph.. Its much less aerodynamic.. Moreover, it looks rubbish..

super_car_muscle_man

April 15, 2008 2:22 AM

yeha it wont hit 400kmh. not having a roof will ruin the aerodynamics by a huge amount. i prefer it as a normal coupe. but im sure the rich arab b*st**ds will have something to say about that.

Bremen_Koenigsegg

April 15, 2008 7:52 AM

Usually, I'd be the first to accuse a manufacturer of selling out and tailoring to the deep, oil-rich pockets of the Arab countries. I'm usually very quick to call this sort of thing another ostentatious OPEC Moped. However, this really is not the case, since Bugatti (VW) is not introducing the targa as an attempt to please oil barons. The Veyron is, as we know, nothing but a bottomless money pit for VW, costing more to produce a Veyron than to sell. Ergo, it makes no difference what the markets want from it! If you extrapolate the same logic, it reasonably excludes the possibility of this Veyron targa variant being Arab-driven. Kudos to VW if they manage to pull this one off!

122

April 14, 2008 4:23 PM

lol Bugatti's got the plot wrong: i want a wind in my hair experience, not a head shredding, edge of your seat experience.

catch22

April 14, 2008 5:05 PM

Come on guys! A veyron targa will be as horrible as a SLR Roadster. What's the point in having it? Lambo tried it once with the Murcielago and it wouldn't do more than 100 mph with the roof in its place... It really will be a waste of precious efforts and will consume the remaining sources to build the utterly brilliant Veyron coupe's. Scrap this project VW!

carcrazy1234

April 14, 2008 5:04 PM

ahh... i bet they'll have to have the roof down to even go that speed... like they'll have some sort of separate key that will only work with the roof down and another key with the roof on?? i mean they already have 2-3 different keys for this car... high speed key, track day key... and normal cruising key... something like that

Bremen_Koenigsegg

April 15, 2008 7:56 AM

I'm not too sure about the key situation, though I'm sure it is worth looking into. Although, it'd be a simple computer programming tweak to govern the top speed should the top be off; it shouldn't necessitate another key.

architect

April 14, 2008 7:26 PM

wow looks great! much better than the regular version!

Penner

April 14, 2008 7:32 PM

That 'boat' in the background you get for half as much of the Bugattis cost...

Joe_Limon

April 14, 2008 11:25 PM

the boat in the back costs about 2-3 million... used

Penner

April 15, 2008 1:57 AM

Maybe, but this comes close

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joelynn

April 14, 2008 8:35 PM

really shows how fat the Veyron's ass is- not very balanced or elegant : ( the point of a convertible is wind in the hair cruising, I don't think the Veyron will do this aswell as an Azure

Speedoholic

April 14, 2008 9:42 PM

I seriously can't find anything interesting in a Bugatti, look at it! pure rubbish! A McLaren F1 LM would be better, thank you!

Bremen_Koenigsegg

April 15, 2008 7:03 AM

Whoa whoa whoa whoa whoa... whoa. What is the matter with you? I understand and tolerate an individual disliking a vehicle over obscure reasons, but since you've failed to mention any, you're most likely saying it is rubbish as some sort of immature rebellion against the general public who praise Bugatti for their achievement. Anyone who has even a shred of common sense knows the Veyron is a masterpiece of engineering, and a technological triumph of the automotive world. Please, please place respect where respect is due.

puddingpuppet

April 15, 2008 8:04 AM

Just because you don't like someone's opinion doesn't mean you have to be a condescending d*ck to them. And last I checked this was a car forum, not a psychology forum.

puddingpuppet

April 15, 2008 8:13 AM

Not to mention common sense would dictate that this car is actually a complete waste of resources and money, especially when you consider the rising cost of oil.

Bremen_Koenigsegg

April 15, 2008 6:50 PM

That is right, this is a CAR FORUM. Therefore, if you make a resoundingly stupid comment about a car, you should be corrected. Reading it over, I concede, I was a bit harsh, but the Veyron is unlike anything the modern automotive world has seen, and to call it rubbish is... well, offensive. Look at it this way, I'm not about to go on a Spanish Bible Worship forum and tell everyone the Virgin Mary was a bit of a jerk.

Bremen_Koenigsegg

April 15, 2008 7:24 PM

You're honestly going to start talking about the cost of oil? This is a car forum. Cyclists and hippies have their own forums, which I know, because I, too, am eco-conscious and ride a bicycle instead of owning a car. However, cars run on petroleum-derived products and until that changes, we need to ignore all those nagging oil issues during our judgment of automobiles. Go rip on SUVs, which are stupider and arguably very dangerous.

puddingpuppet

April 16, 2008 3:50 AM

Wow, so I guess what you say is the end all of everything. If you think it's not stupid then it must not be. How conceded.

puddingpuppet

April 16, 2008 3:54 AM

And yes let's completely ignore something which has a huge impact on our economy and lives. I suppose when auto magazines review cars they should just completely ignore whether a car is a gas guzzler or not.

Aesthetics

April 14, 2008 9:59 PM

is that wine red? looks awesome

v6s_stink

April 15, 2008 4:29 AM

The problem with bringing back a legendary name is that it is hard to interpret 60 years of missing design evolution. The original Bugattis were extremely light and refined looking for their day. They have to put the horse collar grille on these cars because that is the last distinguishing feature of this marque. When you raise the rest of the car to meet the grille it looks ponderous. The broken roof line of the targa amplifies this effect, at least to my eye.

I'm sure that driving this piece of unobtanium is an awe inspiring experience. Few cars would gather more looks. I'm just not sure that pices of several Corrado engines strung together driving these proportions truly justify being called a Bugatti.

Bremen_Koenigsegg

April 15, 2008 7:39 AM

lol "Unobtanium"; I like that. Aesthetically, I understand what you mean. The Veyron doesn't evoke the same emotion as the aggressively styled Gran Turismo, nor does it entertain the same conservative dignity of a Maybach. However, where you see ponderous, I see subdued; overall, it is a rather refined look, and very far from being vulgar. I recognize pre-WWII Bugattis as a physical incarnation of the French culture, which is a culture entirely devout to cultivating and preaching fine arts. I believe the Veyron embodies the same passion as Bugatti's pre-war products, and that it exists as an exquisite, albeit contemporary, continuation of that rich history. It doesn't matter so terribly where the bits come from, since the true character of a car is an emergent property; the appeal is greater than the sum of its parts.

benz_man

April 15, 2008 10:58 AM

"pieces of several Corrado engines"... lol

Xanavi23

April 15, 2008 6:18 AM

Still worthless in my Opinion. Yea it does 400kmph with ease...but why 4 turbos. 2 T04Rs are enough.

Bremen_Koenigsegg

April 15, 2008 7:10 AM

It is worthless because it has two more turbos than you'd prefer? Gosh, it's a shame the team of highly qualified engineers behind the project didn't consult you. You could've saved them a couple extra turbos on each product; pad that bottom line. Where were you when they designed the EB110? You could've taught them the folly of their ways so they might learn the repercussions of their turbo-zealotry. Note: When you voice silly opinions, expect condescending replies.

catch22

April 16, 2008 3:47 PM

Highly qualified engineers also make mistakes. If that wouldn't be the case, then we would all have great cars. Somehow they can mispredict the market trends and introduce a rubbish car. Just look at SLR or Maybach... They still sell those but comparing them to a F599 or Phantom proves my point.

BabyMilo

April 15, 2008 10:10 AM

hmmm i dont think that it looks right... basically what they hav done is gona Â¨hmm i thnk that we should have a drop top, lets just get chop off a section of da roof and it will look gr8Â¨ wrong it doesnt!

Bremen_Koenigsegg

April 15, 2008 7:17 PM

A targa is exactly that -- cutting off a bit of roof and fitting latches to put it back on.

Spyshot-73

April 15, 2008 10:21 AM

Thing is also whats the depreciation like on something like that?? , if a vauxhall / opel omega used to be around Â£200 per week whats this going to be worth? I really think in times where money is getting tighter , these luxury cars are only worth what someone will pay for it .

Bremen_Koenigsegg

April 15, 2008 7:15 PM

The people who buy these vehicles aren't usually Americans, so they live in nations with proper economies and don't much care about trivial issues like price.

asif

April 15, 2008 4:07 PM

is it me or does it look like two cars joined togather? just doesnt look right....

Xanavi23

April 15, 2008 4:34 PM

No, Bremen_Koeniggs, its worthless because the Buggatti is an exercise in extreme excessiveness. others cars with much less engine can accomplish the same top speed, and beat it around a track all the while weighing 1000lbs. less. Koeniggsegg CCX being one. When the Buggati is going that fast it also burns a substantial amount more gas as well as shredding its tires faster due to engine size and weight respectively, Point being other 250~mph supercars can go longer as well. Sure the Buggati has a very nice interior and amennities and all that crap...but i dont care. Its main point was top speed and its no longer the fastest car in the world.

Bremen_Koenigsegg

April 15, 2008 7:12 PM

The "main point" of the Veyron is not the top speed -- that is only the "main point" to people who know very little about cars. The Veyron manages to have enormously impressive performance figures whilst being fully capable of driving around town peacefully, comfortably, daily. And what is with all this stress you're putting on its weight? Do you have the foggiest idea how much down-force is created by an aerodynamically stable going 400+ mph? Probably in the region of another metric tonne, but I am no fluids engineer. Tire shredding is primarily a result of the centripetal forces at work on the tire, not the weight it is subjected to. And listen, nobody cares if you do not care for ancillary devices in your ?1.3M Veyron; the fact that is has these ancillaries is incredible. It is excessive, but how, in today's world, is an excessive technological showcase a bad thing? This is... progress. The Veyron is what our society is based on! VW just went the extra mile and put the car into production. I could go on, but I think I've made my point.

catch22

April 16, 2008 3:50 PM

Ok Bremen we all, at least me, agree that Veyron is an absolute achievement of mankind vs nature but we really didn't need a targa of it. It's just dilluting the image and purpose of that car. It's not a car you should take to the boulevards to show off. You can take your Ferrari or Rolls for it. :) Deal?

Xanavi23

April 16, 2008 12:49 AM

No, Bremen, to whoever likes excessive cars thats cool, to each their own. The point is to do what it needed it didnt NEED all of what it has. As for aerodynamics i never said it doesnt have very good aerodynamics, it probably does. It is a technological marvel but that doesnt mean to much, not to me. You're right, it is progress, but not all of us care for some aspects of technological evolution in cars. As for weight, you're right, but it would be foolish to think an extra 1000lbs on a car isn't gonna pay a certain toll on tires. Lastly, one of the main points of the Veyron was to be its top speed, however before they could go and get a certified top speed, the SSC took that honor with 254.3~mph test on a public roadway driven by a 60+ year old. Point being, Top Speed while not being the Veyrons only attribute was to be probably its greatest or at least most publicity garnering and it was edged out, if not beaten. For such a fat car, i kno it has capable handling, but i still question its track ability at least in terms of Fuel and Tire wear. But to be Fair, given how much stress the CCX will put on its tires, it wont burn them that much slower, but there is probably a decent margin.

I do not hate on other ppls taste, i was too harsh sayings its worthless, stupid of me, its a 1Million $ + car, i just meant it holds no interest to me. Everybody has their own tastes mechanically speaking when it comes to car, and thats cool, really, but it doesnt do it for me. Very sexy car, but its excessiveness just leaves a bad taste in my mouth. Even if i was given one, i'ld sell it and by a couple less expensive cars. Sorry to run on, but i wanted to be clear.

Joe_Limon

April 16, 2008 3:57 AM

I believe you forget the fact that the veyron has an electronically limited top speed. It could go faster, but with tires that cost $10,000 a set it just doesn't make sense. I am also with bremen on the weight, the major factor in the tire wear at those speeds lies in how hot the tires get mixed in with centripetal forces, and the constant 1000 hp pushing it forward. 1000 lbs lighter may help it get better tire life, but shaving the door handles/mirrors would probably do just as much benefit. Also, the veyron is awd... this may not mean much to you, but for heavier cars this substantially helps acceleration, which is why even with a worse power to weight ratio, it can get to 60 over half a second faster. All in all, you pay the extra $530,000 to get the veyron, and you have a car that has a limited top speed faster thats just about as fast as the ccx, and can get there even faster.

Xanavi23

April 16, 2008 5:32 PM

I kno its 4WD, and obviously it helps acceleration, facts of life. However, i like racing and motorsports. Another problem with the Veyron is that it could never used for any form of motorsports. for all the reasons ive previously stated. And no, i didnt forget the top speed limiter, going beyond 400mph would destroy the tires EXTREMELY quickly meaning, they could go at any second. And if they went, all the technology in the world would save the driver from certain death. I know alot about the Veyron, not just a hater talking shit. As i said, i kno all about the things that make it great and because of its few weaknesses, it doesnt do anything for me, whatsoever. Far too many better all around machines to be had.

Joe_Limon

April 16, 2008 1:05 PM

Then don't post on car forum's where there are lot's of people who like this car saying that it's worthless. Seriously, its asking for this kind of treatment.

Xanavi23

April 17, 2008 4:53 PM

I dont care what people say, and i never knocked anybody who does like it, in fact i did the opposite. People can hate on me all they want. Freedom of speech = freedom of opinion.

michelin901

April 18, 2008 8:55 AM

to think abt it if any car manufacturer puts 16 cylinders in a car it can be in the veyrons class. imagine lanbo o ferrari doin tat. they dont do it cus they know its pointless.

dubaiuae

April 18, 2008 6:36 PM

why the hell would some one pay so much for a veyron i mean if you can afford an enzo why the f+++ would you get this

benz_man

April 19, 2008 10:18 PM

The Veyron is special because it is an engineering achievement. Many of the technologies that were pioneered on the Veyron are trickling down, first into VW Group products, and also throughout the entire industry. Ex: The plastic thermoforming compound used to create the lightweight rear bumper cover around the ultra high-temp central exhaust is being used extensively in new products (LS460 for one). The engineers wanted to send massive amounts of waste heat(two twin-turbo W8s) out of the exhaust in a confined area. They literally had to create a new material and forming process to allow that. Now, every manufacturer has access to it, and the consumer wins again. My point being, someone will always have to push the envelope, in 5 more years all the tech in the Veyron will be obsolete and a new "supercar" will take its place, but there will always be "engineering marvels". Processing power doubles too quickly for this to stop now.

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